Haivision Partners with IBC to Advance 5G Programmable Connectivity for Live Media
Event summary
- Haivision joins the IBC Accelerator Media Innovation Programme to advance programmable 5G connectivity for live media production.
- The Network Control: Your Connection, Your Choice project aims to leverage open network APIs for reliable media production workflows over 5G.
- Haivision's Falkon X2 mobile video transmitter and StreamHub receiver will be used to test proof-of-concept workflows at major sporting events in Germany and Spain.
- The project will be showcased at IBC2026 on September 13, with demonstrations and discussions on the Future Tech Stage.
The big picture
Haivision's participation in the IBC Accelerator Programme underscores the growing importance of 5G in live media production. The project aims to address the challenges of reliable connectivity in demanding production environments, aligning with broader industry trends towards programmable network services. The collaboration with major broadcasters and technology partners highlights the strategic significance of this initiative in shaping the future of live video transmission.
What we're watching
- 5G Adoption
- How the integration of programmable 5G services will affect the reliability and quality of live video transmission.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether the collaboration between broadcasters, service providers, and technology companies will accelerate innovation in live media production.
- Market Impact
- The pace at which open network APIs will be adopted by the media industry for enhanced connectivity and control.
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